If you don’t make an LPA, and later become unable to make certain decisions for yourself, there may be a time when no one can legally make decisions for you. This can make things difficult, such as paying bills or care costs, or making decisions about your future care.
If this happens, someone may need to apply to the Court of Protection to become your deputy. This gives them similar powers to that of an attorney. A relative or friend can apply to be your deputy, or a professional may be appointed. The process of becoming a deputy is a lot more time-consuming and expensive than an LPA. A deputy must also do some things on an ongoing basis, such as paying an annual fee and submitting an annual report, so it is usually easier for someone to be an attorney rather than a deputy. Also the court are often reluctant to appoint a deputy to make decisions about your health and welfare.
It depends upon the circumstances. If someone chooses to appoint their partner as their only attorney, and they owned the …
Read more Lasting Powers of AttorneyEnduring power of attorney (EPA) was the system that was in place before LPAs. You can no longer make an …
Read more Lasting Powers of AttorneyAnyone who is over 18 can be an attorney. In the case of an attorney appointed to a Property and …
Read more Lasting Powers of AttorneyThe attorney’s powers will depend upon the type of Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) that has been set up and …
Read more Lasting Powers of AttorneyEnduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs), like a Property and Financial Affairs LPA, enables someone to make decisions for you in …
Read more Lasting Powers of AttorneyYes, you can object to Enduring Powers of Attorney or a Lasting Powers of Attorney being set up for a …
Read more Lasting Powers of AttorneyAn individual can lack metal capacity if they have an injury, disorder or condition that affects the way their mind …
Read more Lasting Powers of AttorneyBy making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) you are able to choose who has the responsibility of looking after …
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